Ex-Kansas City Detective Dies by Suicide Before Federal Trial

Roger Golubski, accused of decades of abuse and misconduct, found dead at home with a firearm despite court-ordered restrictions.

Roger Golubski, a retired Kansas City detective facing federal charges of rape and civil rights violations, died by apparent suicide at his home on Monday, halting his trial scheduled to begin that day.
Authorities are investigating how Golubski, under house arrest and barred from possessing firearms, obtained the weapon used in his death.
Golubski was accused of targeting Black women and girls in Kansas City, Kansas, with abuse spanning decades, and his trial was set to feature testimony from multiple alleged victims.
Critics argue Golubski received lenient treatment under house arrest despite the severity of the charges, with past violations of his detention conditions raising concerns about oversight.
Victims and advocates express frustration at the loss of an opportunity for accountability and justice, as the case against Golubski has now been dismissed following his death.